MDLB 1721

Laboratory Practicum Evaluation of Competencies

3.0 Credits

Description

This practicum course is designed to evaluate specific technical and non-technical aspects of
the Medical Laboratory Assistant's work, according to criteria and curriculum developed by the
British Columbia Society of Medical Laboratory Science (BCSMLS), which includes a minimum of
120 hours of practicum training and 200 successful venipunctures. This practicum is a
competency-based training program held at a laboratory or clinical facility. The specific
length and timing of the practicum will vary by facility.

Course Duration

30 weeks.

Required Text and Materials

A textbook is not required for this course. Students will use a competency manual that is
purchased in MDLB 0521.

If students did not take MDLB 0521 and don't already own this competency manual, please be
aware that the student will need to purchase it. To do so, contact student@tru.ca or phone
1.800.663.9711 (toll free in Canada) or 250.852.7000 (local & international).

Additional Requirements

A computer with Internet access is required.

Open Learning Faculty Member

An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Primary communication is
through the Learning Environment's "Mail" tool or by phone. Students will receive the
necessary contact information at start of course.

Assessments

This course is assessed based on the competency manual - grades will not be issued. The
transcript for MDLB 1721 will read "COM" (Complete) or "NCG" (No Credit Granted). A successful
completion of all aspects of the evaluation will result in a successful completion of this
course.